Meaning of the word "pack up" in English

What does "pack up" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

pack up

US /pæk ˈʌp/

UK /pæk ʌp/

to put things into bags or containers so that you can take them away

Example:

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We need to pack up our belongings before we leave.

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The family decided to pack up and move to a new city.

Synonym:

pack bag bundle up load up stow away

to stop working or operating, especially permanently

Example:

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The old machine finally packed up after years of service.

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His car packed up on the way to work.

Synonym:

break down fail conk out give up the ghost malfunction